Family Nurse Practitioner – Correctional Health | San Diego | PRN (ID-BB 134483)
Updated 10/16/26
92121, San Diego, California, United States
Nurse Practitioner
Correctional Medicine
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
DNP
MSN/MSRN
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Outpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Experience Level
1 year
Job description
Job description
Our client provides comprehensive medical, mental health, and dental healthcare services within county jails and detention facilities. We are seeking a qualified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) to join the healthcare team serving adults in the San Diego jail system on a variable/PRN basis.
The NP will provide comprehensive medical care in a structured correctional healthcare environment while working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, healthcare leadership, and facility personnel.
Job Responsibilities
Provide intake evaluations, sick-call visits, chronic-care appointments, and follow-up care.
Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions.
Evaluate and manage urgent and emergent medical conditions.
Order, review, and interpret laboratory, diagnostic, and radiological studies.
Prescribe medications and treatments within applicable regulations and policies.
Participate in chronic-care and population health initiatives.
Coordinate specialty referrals and continuity of care.
Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, healthcare leadership, and facility personnel.
Maintain accurate and timely EHR documentation, including SOAPE notes and treatment plans.
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, infection control, and utilization management initiatives.
Follow applicable NCCHC, ACA, regulatory, contractual, and organizational standards.
Participate in continuing education and professional development.
Requirements
Current, unrestricted California Nurse Practitioner license
Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (FNP-BC) required
Current DEA registration or eligibility to obtain
Current CPR certification
EHR and general computer proficiency
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Sound clinical judgment and professionalism
Ability to work effectively in a structured and potentially stressful correctional healthcare environment
Qualifications
This is an onsite, in-person position. Remote or hybrid work is not offered.
The NP will provide care within adult jail/detention facilities and may be assigned to medical, mental health, or restricted housing units.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive hourly compensation
Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
Employer-paid life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Paid sick leave
Continuing education and professional development support
License renewal and CME/CEU reimbursement where applicable
Malpractice coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This role offers an opportunity for an experienced FNP to provide meaningful primary and acute healthcare services to an underserved adult population while working as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Apply today to learn more about this PRN Family Nurse Practitioner opportunity in San Diego, CA.
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